Vichitra is an Indian actress who has predominantly appeared in

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films. She has also appeared in a few Telugu-language,

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films. In 2023, she entered season 7 of the reality show ''

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Career

Her breakthrough came in the form of a glamorous role in Selva's '' Thalaivasal'' (1992), where she played 'Madippu' Hamsa. She has appeared in supporting roles, notably in '' Rasigan'' (1994), '' Muthu'' (1995) and '' Suyamvaram'' (1999). She briefly forayed into a career in television, playing a leading role in the drama ''Maami Chinna Maami''. She has settled in

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after marriage and has retired from films however she still remained active in television.

Personal life

She is the daughter of actor Williams and Mary Vasantha (Vijaya), and has two sisters and a brother. Her father was murdered during a robbery incident in September 2011.

Filmography

Television Serials

Television Shows

References

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